New Delhi [India], December 10 (ANI): The inaugural meeting of the India-Brunei Joint Working Group (JWG) on Defence Cooperation was held in New Delhi, advancing defence engagement between the two countries. Co-chaired by Amitabh Prasad, Joint Secretary in India’s Ministry of Defence, and Poh Kui Choon, Deputy Permanent Secretary in Brunei’s Ministry of Defence, the talks focused on expanding military-to-military exchanges and joint training; strengthening maritime security with emphasis on sea lane safety and Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR); enhancing capacity-building; and exploring industry partnerships and technology cooperation.
Both sides signed the Terms of Reference (ToR) before deliberations, formally establishing the JWG and marking the start of a coordinated, institutionalised phase of defence engagement. The JWG will serve as the official platform to assess ongoing initiatives and identify new collaboration areas. Delegations noted growing momentum in defence ties and agreed to pursue a structured roadmap under the JWG, reaffirming commitment to peace, stability and a rules-based Indo-Pacific.
During her two-day visit, Choon also met Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh and visited the newly inaugurated DPSU Bhawan showcasing the capabilities of all 16 Defence Public Sector Undertakings. (ANI)
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